Tackle some of the finest mountain biking trails in Nepal.
Love the thrill of careering down track, rocky ridge or through the beaten tracks with the mighty Himalayas in the backdrop? Nepal is the spot to indulge your mountain superb dirt trails and single tracks connecting the deepest gorge in the world, the highest passes, the tallest mountains, the most exotic lifestyle of unique villages, temples and monasteries,” remarks Rupeshman Shrestha, operation director of Epic Rides Nepal. There are about 80 to 90 mountain biking trails in Nepal, according to Shrestha. From simple trails to the most technical, Nepal has all of them to choose from those seeking the thrill of mountain biking.
Best Seasons
One can experience a spectacular ride at different altitudes of Nepal in the four different seasons.
Spring (February to April): Moderate temperature allows you to ride at any altitude.
Summer (May to July): Good for riding at the high altitude such as the Mustang area, where there is almost no rain during this time. However, if you wish to enjoy rain, then ride at the lower altitudes.
Fall (August to October): Generally good for ride in the high altitude.
Winter (November to January): Best time to ride in lower altitudes area.
Things Required
> Well conditioned bike (hard tail or suspension), depending upon the trail and choice of rider.
> Proper mountain biking gear that includes biking jersey, shoes, biking glasses, gloves, helmet, camel bag, water, energy drink, energy bar and minimum repair tools.
Popular Mountain biking trails
> Kathmandu Valley
> Around Annapurna
> Upper Mustang
> Pokhara to Kathmandu
> Lhasa to Everest Base Camp
Grading
Depending on the skills and interest of mountain bikers, the trails are recommended as:
Causal: For those with general biking skills.
Intermediate: For those who enjoy off-road trails and having some developed skills.
Intermediate plus: For those with good riding skills with off-road trails and having some developed skills.
Advanced: For the riders seeking tough or challenging single tracks.
Packages
Epic Rides Nepal
> Jomsom package (one to nine days): Day ride includes three categories – Lupra ride (Muktinath to Lupra to Jomsom), The Lost Land (Muktinath to Zong to Kagbeni), Jomsom Delight (Jomsom to Thini to Dhumba Lake). Price: USD 80 to 93 per person for two to three pax depending upon the categories.
> Around the valley (five days): USD 500to 600 per person for two or three pax.
Contact: 01-4443624
Path Finder Cycling Pvt Ltd
> Tour around the valley (one to four days): one to three pax, USD 55 to 360, depending upon the number of days.
> Jomsom to Pokhara (10days): one to three pax, USD 1,350
Contact: 01-4700468
Other Mountain Biking Tour operators
> Dawn Till Dusk: Thamel, Contact: 01-4700286,4700617
> Nepal Mountain Bike Tours Pvt Ltd: Thamel, Contact: 01-4701701
*Note: The rates are subject to change depending upon the tour operators and the type of service they offer.
Love the thrill of careering down track, rocky ridge or through the beaten tracks with the mighty Himalayas in the backdrop? Nepal is the spot to indulge your mountain superb dirt trails and single tracks connecting the deepest gorge in the world, the highest passes, the tallest mountains, the most exotic lifestyle of unique villages, temples and monasteries,” remarks Rupeshman Shrestha, operation director of Epic Rides Nepal. There are about 80 to 90 mountain biking trails in Nepal, according to Shrestha. From simple trails to the most technical, Nepal has all of them to choose from those seeking the thrill of mountain biking.
Best Seasons
One can experience a spectacular ride at different altitudes of Nepal in the four different seasons.
Spring (February to April): Moderate temperature allows you to ride at any altitude.
Summer (May to July): Good for riding at the high altitude such as the Mustang area, where there is almost no rain during this time. However, if you wish to enjoy rain, then ride at the lower altitudes.
Fall (August to October): Generally good for ride in the high altitude.
Winter (November to January): Best time to ride in lower altitudes area.
Things Required
> Well conditioned bike (hard tail or suspension), depending upon the trail and choice of rider.
> Proper mountain biking gear that includes biking jersey, shoes, biking glasses, gloves, helmet, camel bag, water, energy drink, energy bar and minimum repair tools.
Popular Mountain biking trails
> Kathmandu Valley
> Around Annapurna
> Upper Mustang
> Pokhara to Kathmandu
> Lhasa to Everest Base Camp
Grading
Depending on the skills and interest of mountain bikers, the trails are recommended as:
Causal: For those with general biking skills.
Intermediate: For those who enjoy off-road trails and having some developed skills.
Intermediate plus: For those with good riding skills with off-road trails and having some developed skills.
Advanced: For the riders seeking tough or challenging single tracks.
Packages
Epic Rides Nepal
> Jomsom package (one to nine days): Day ride includes three categories – Lupra ride (Muktinath to Lupra to Jomsom), The Lost Land (Muktinath to Zong to Kagbeni), Jomsom Delight (Jomsom to Thini to Dhumba Lake). Price: USD 80 to 93 per person for two to three pax depending upon the categories.
> Around the valley (five days): USD 500to 600 per person for two or three pax.
Contact: 01-4443624
Path Finder Cycling Pvt Ltd
> Tour around the valley (one to four days): one to three pax, USD 55 to 360, depending upon the number of days.
> Jomsom to Pokhara (10days): one to three pax, USD 1,350
Contact: 01-4700468
Other Mountain Biking Tour operators
> Dawn Till Dusk: Thamel, Contact: 01-4700286,4700617
> Nepal Mountain Bike Tours Pvt Ltd: Thamel, Contact: 01-4701701
*Note: The rates are subject to change depending upon the tour operators and the type of service they offer.
